About Act Second Ventures
Act Second Ventures is the venture arm of Act Second, focused on identifying, incubating, and investing in high-potential brands and businesses across various industries. With a strategic and analytical approach, we work closely with entrepreneurs to accelerate growth, develop new opportunities, and create lasting value. At Act Second Ventures, we blend the entrepreneurial mindset with top-tier consulting methodologies, offering a unique environment for learning, innovation, and impact.
Job Description
We are seeking a highly motivated and analytical Venture Intern to join our team in Barcelona. This role offers a hands-on opportunity to gain exposure to venture capital, market research, and strategic business analysis. The intern will work closely with the Act Second Ventures team to support investment activities, conduct in-depth market analyses, assess potential ventures, and assist in building new businesses from the ground up. This is an ideal role for someone in their 3rd or 4th year of a bachelor’s program in Business at a top university or an MBA candidate looking to gain real-world experience in venture capital and entrepreneurship.
Key Responsibilities
- Market Analysis: Conduct research on industry trends, emerging markets, competitive landscapes, and potential investment opportunities.
- Venture Analysis: Assist in evaluating new venture opportunities, including financial modeling, business case development, and risk assessment.
- Due Diligence: Support the due diligence process for potential investments/ventures, gathering and analyzing data on target companies and markets.
- Strategic Support: Collaborate with the Ventures team to provide strategic insights and recommendations for portfolio companies.
- Presentation Development: Prepare presentations, reports, and investment memos for internal and external stakeholders.
- Operational Support: Assist in the operational aspects of launching and managing new ventures, including project management and stakeholder coordination.
- Networking and Relationship Building: Participate in meetings with entrepreneurs, investors, and other key stakeholders to build your network and gain insights into the venture ecosystem.
Requirements
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s program in Business at a top university or an MBA candidate at a leading business school.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen interest in venture capital and entrepreneurship.
- Exceptional research and data analysis capabilities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite & Google Drive, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities, with a proactive and results-driven mindset.
- Fluent in English (mandatory).
- Ability to work on-site in Barcelona.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous internship experience in consulting, venture capital, private equity, or startups.
- Familiarity with financial modeling, valuation methods, and investment analysis.
- Interest in emerging industries and disruptive technologies.
Benefits
- Hands-on experience in venture capital and entrepreneurship.
- Opportunity to work closely with experienced professionals in a fast-paced environment.
- Direct exposure to real-world investment processes and startup ecosystems.
- Networking opportunities with top-tier entrepreneurs and investors.
- Great work environment with a young, dynamic, and international team.